by Susan Swimmer

Wear a Ponytail

It’s easy, it disguises a bad hair day, and it’s youthful. That it also gives you a subtle face-lift should not be overlooked. Take the time to wrap a small section of hair around the hair elastic for a more polished version.

Reshape Your Eyebrows

Yes, yes, you’ve been waxing or plucking on your own for years. Yes, yes, yours are tidy and reasonably shaped. Here’s the point: You are not an expert brow shaper, and the difference between your attempt and an overhaul by someone who knows what she’s doing is huge. You’ll brighten your eyes in an instant.

Buy a Pair of Flattering Jeans

Instead of burying this on your to-do list, bump it up to the top. Bad jeans do a body no good. Find a pair that fits and flatters, in a dark rinse (extra slimming) or a fun print (hot trend) and revive your weekend look. Our pick: anything by Not Your Daughter’s Jeans—with a patented lift/tuck technology that’ll flatten your middle and boost your behind. Who says no to that?

Treat Yourself to a Bra with Boost

Gravity happens, but friends don’t let friends walk around with less support than what’s required. Do you even know what size you are? Really know? Probably not. Any Victoria’s Secret will offer you a proper bra fitting, and you’d be wise to take advantage of the service.

Refurbish Your Shoes

It doesn’t matter if you’re dressed in top designers or someone’s hand-me-downs: If your shoes are grungy, you’ll look sloppy from head to toe. A talented shoemaker can turn whatever is battered and beaten into brand-new beauties.